JANEWAY LAW FIRM is a woman-owned firm that provides mortgage servicers with full-service legal representation in Colorado, Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington. The firm’s emphasis is on the expert filing of foreclosure actions and bankruptcy motions, including all ancillary matters such as evictions, deeds in lieu of foreclosure, loan modifications, forbearance agreements, title claims, litigation, REO closings, deficiency actions, and note suits.

Janeway Law Firm is committed to a culture of excellence and integrity, dedicated to utilizing efficient and effective operational tools to ensure best-in-class performance and reliable results. Decades of legal expertise and practical experience combined with the implementation of technology-forward solutions allows the firm to properly manage continuous change while meeting and exceeding client standards and expectations.

PRACTICE OVERVIEW

Janeway Law Firm is a full-service financial services law firm offering a comprehensive suite of creditors' rights practice areas which include residential and commercial bankruptcy, eviction, foreclosure, litigation and appellate practice, general real estate law and transactional services, as well as title and title clearance law. Janeway Law Firm is equipped to safeguard creditors' interests across a wide array of real and personal property matters.

FORECLOSURE

Decades of experience providing a full range of state-wide creditor representation in all aspects of foreclosure for consumer lending and loan servicing clients for both residential and commercial properties.

Robust and continuously developed technology solutions provide the adaptability and flexibility required to promptly adjust to legal, regulatory or best practice developments, as well as the ebb and flow of processing demands, without compromising quality or compliance standards. Analytical tools provide insight into data metrics at every level of operations to ensure quality, manage variations from standard operating procedures and meeting or exceeding client standards and expectations in the handling of routine foreclosure matters.

Skilled and tenured individuals are engaged at each step along the process, from the intake of a new matter to title review through to the foreclosure sale and all post-sale matters, as well as preserving and pursuing deficiency judgments, when requested.

​The firm is adept at representing clients at hearings involving governmental ordinance violations that often accompany bank-owned properties, including negotiating with local authorities to protect the collateral.​

BANKRUPTCY

​Experienced in all aspects of protecting creditors’ rights in bankruptcy, including Chapters 7, 11, 12 and 13, as well as associated adversary proceedings. Bankruptcy services include a review of the initial petition and all accompanying schedules; a full review of all related bankruptcy cases, including out of state filings, to determine their effect on the pending filing; appearance at Section 341 meetings, where applicable; preparation of proofs of claim and defending objections thereto; preparation and argument of motions for relief and/or motions for adequate protection; review and drafting of plan objections; review of Chapter 11 disclosure statements; and preparation of notice of payment changes and post-petition fee notices. Our bankruptcy group also handles contested matters, including but not limited to, motions to sell, standing challenges, response to final cure notices, reaffirmation agreements, as well as all types of bankruptcy appeals. The firm also represents creditors in consumer bankruptcy filings involving their automobiles. ​

COMMERCIAL LOAN SERVICES

Although most of the firm’s foreclosure practice includes recovering our clients’ secured residential properties, the firm also handles non-residential foreclosure matters and effectively and efficiently handles consumer collection matters involving obtaining possession of vehicles, equipment and other secured collateral.

EVICTION

Qualified attorneys are well-versed in providing legal representation in all aspects of possessory actions on a state-wide basis and in compliance with continuously evolving state and federal laws and regulations. Practiced attorneys obtain possession in conjunction with or independent of foreclosure representation and in ancillary actions to assist mortgage lenders in expediting the return of possession of the foreclosed property following the recovery of that asset in a foreclosure action.

​Services also include representation in more traditional landlord-tenant settings, including evictions on both residential and commercial rental properties, as well as actions in ejectment. The firm offers attendance at hearings on and resolving any defensive motions brought by the former owner or occupants state-wide. ​The firm has vast experience and strong working relationships with local agents to determine the status of the occupants in the property.

LITIGATION AND APPELLATE PRACTICE

Highly skilled and experienced representation in all substantive areas of real estate and creditors’ rights in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. Proven results in handling discovery, depositions, and case dispositive motions and contested foreclosure trials throughout the entire state.

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

The firm has decades of practical experience handling residential real estate closings, including title issue resolution, preparing closing documents, and facilitating settlement on time and compliant with contract terms. A diverse team of highly qualified professionals deliver a high degree of care and quality demanded to provide peace of mind and a stress-free experience.

TITLE CLEARANCE

Experienced attorneys and legal assistants conduct title curative alternatives and title claim administration. Proven results in effectively identifying and resolving a myriad of title defects and impediments, including legal description errors, breaks in the chain of title, unreleased liens, mobile home title conversion, homeowner association liens, delinquent taxes, code violations, and more. Qualified specialists ensure complete and timely title policy preparation and submission of final title processing for HUD and VA insured loans, as well as title insurance for REO properties resulting in successful conveyance without exceptions to title.

JOINED LOGS NETWORK

Local service, nationwide support.

LOGS initiated its West Coast presence in Arizona and Colorado in the early 1980’s, expanding to Washington and Oregon in 1989. Janeway Law Firm, P.C., a market leader in Colorado, joined the LOGS Network in 2013 and has a physical location in Englewood, Colorado. In January of 2020, the Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington firms were merged to form Janeway Law Firm, LLC which maintains fully operational physical locations within each state. Janeway Law Firm offers comprehensive suite of creditors' rights legal practices and prides itself on attracting and retaining some of the industry's best legal and operational talent in its footprint. Meet our long-time legal and operational leaders below.

Lynn M. Janeway created the firm in 2004 and is the majority shareholder of the firm. She has represented lenders in the foreclosure, bankruptcy, collection and related default areas since 1985, and has been responsible for managing well over 70,000 foreclosures/bankruptcy files during that time. Ms. Janeway was recognized as a Top 25 Women of Law by DS News and has been a speaker on the topics of foreclosure and bankruptcy at seminars hosted by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Chapter 13 Trustee’s Office), Attorney’s Title Guaranty Fund, and Continuing Legal Education sponsors. The application of Ms. Janeway’s legal knowledge and operational skills results in a firm that provides the highest quality legal representation alongside efficient and compliant default services.

Ms. Janeway’s introduction to mortgage banking came when she was hired as summer help by her father’s mortgage company to work in the collections and assumptions departments. During law school, Ms. Janeway law clerked for an Illinois foreclosure firm, and upon graduation in 1985, moved to Colorado to work for its related firm. From 1985 until 1990 she was employed by Codilis & Stawiarski, P.C., and was actively involved in all aspects of the foreclosure and bankruptcy files, including frequent court appearances and HUD and VA conveyance issues during this high-volume period in Colorado’s history. She then joined Shapiro & Meinhold (a LOGS partnership) to manage its downtown-Denver office in 1990. She stayed as Managing Attorney until she joined Castle & Castle in 1994. When the Colorado Codilis & Stawiarski office consolidated with the Colorado Shapiro & Meinhold office in 1995, Ms. Janeway was hired as Managing Attorney for this consolidated firm. As Managing Attorney of Meinhold, Stawiarski, Shapiro & Codilis, she was responsible for, and personally managed, every detail of the foreclosure and bankruptcy processes, the internal systems, and staff. She directed all operational and legal decisions and assured that clients’ timeframes and service needs were met. This firm then consolidated with The Castle Law Firm in 2003. Ms. Janeway left in 2004 to create Janeway Law Firm, P.C. as a woman-owned small business. Janeway Law Firm, P.C. joined the LOGS legal network in 2013, but remains a woman-owned small business.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Juris Doctor. from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana

Bar Admissions: Ms. Janeway has an active law license in Colorado and is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Colorado.

She has also been admitted to practice law in California, Illinois, Texas, Arizona, and Wyoming where she currently maintains inactive licenses.

Lynn M. Janeway serves as the firm's Regional Managing Partner. Click the photo for full biography.

Marta Wilbert began her law firm career in 1987 as a legal assistant with a firm specializing in mortgage default servicing and continuously promoted into positions with increasing levels of leadership responsibility with several law firms. As her career advanced, Marta continued to develop a diverse set of valuable skills and knowledge that can only be gained through practical experience. In 2004, Marta joined Janeway Law Firm, PC’s management team as Operations Manager. In this role, Marta provides daily management oversight to the firm’s foreclosure, bankruptcy and eviction processing to ensure that all processes meet or exceed the firm’s standard of operational quality and excellence.

​Education: Bachelor of Science from the University of Wyoming and a Paralegal Certificate from Denver Paralegal Institute.

Marta Wilbert serves as the firm's Regional Director of Operations, with a focus on Colorado. Click the photo for full biography.

Jamie Stewart began her professional career in 2003 when she launched her own company providing consulting services to accomplished private equity and high-end marketing clientele while also attending college. After graduating college Jamie transitioned the unique knowledge and experience gained through that successful business to the mortgage industry when she served as an Analyst at Lehman Brothers mortgage division. Early in her professional career, Jamie gained advanced knowledge, skills and expertise in mortgage origination, corporate administration, multi-family capital transactions, and mortgage default servicing. This practical experience, coupled with an advanced education in data science and artificial intelligence, makes Jamie uniquely qualified as a member of the Janeway Law Firm, PC management team. In her role as an Operations Manager, Jamie designs and implements innovative and effective technology solutions supporting the firm’s commitment to continuous improvement, financial and operational efficiency, and exceptional client relationship management. Ms. Stewart has authored publications for multiple mortgage trade associations and received the American Legal & Financial Network JPEG Picture the Future award. Ms. Stewart actively participates in the advancement of industry initiatives by serving on the Council of Chairs for MISMO, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Colorado with an emphasis in Finance, and a Master of Science in Data Science with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence in progress with Northwestern University.

Jamie Stewart serves as the firm's Regional Manager of Marketing and Operations. Click the photo for full biography.

Jason P. Sherman received his Juris Doctorate from the Thomas M. Cooley School of Law. Jason has represented institutional and private lenders, and some of the nation’s largest loan servicers in all aspects of real estate law with an emphasis in creditor representation in bankruptcy proceedings since 2000. Mr. Sherman gives continuing education seminars and writes for trade publications. His professional affiliations include memberships with the Real Property and Bankruptcy Sections of the State Bar of Arizona. He is a Member of Maricopa County Bar Association and the United Trustee Association and is also serving on the Board of Directors and the Legislative Committee for the Arizona Trustee Association. Jason serves as Managing Attorney of the firm directing all aspects of the day-to-day legal and business affairs of the law firm for the Arizona law firm operations.

Jason Sherman serves as the firm's Arizona Managing Partner. Click the photo for full biography.

Kari Sheehan is the Operations Manager for the Janeway Law Firm, LLC’s Arizona location. Kari has been with the firm since 2001 and has extensive experience in mortgage default services having joined the firm after holding management positions for several years in default loan servicing for Washington Mutual Home Loans. Kari manages the firm’s day-to-day business operations.

Kari Sheehan serves as the firm's Arizona Operations Manager. Click the photo for full biography.

Sonia Plesset Edwards received her Juris Doctorate in 1991 from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California. Sonia has specialized in the representation of nationally recognized financial institutions, private investors, loan servicers, foreclosure trustees and title companies. Sonia has developed extensive trial experience in bankruptcy and appellate courts, successfully resolving hundreds of cases by settlement, dispositive motions, or trial through strategic and cost-effective means.

Sonia Plesset Edwards serves as Managing Attorney of the firm directing all aspects of the day-to-day legal and business affairs of the law firm operations. ​Click the photo for full biography.

Amy Connolly is the Operations Manager for the Janeway Law Firm, LLC’s California location. Amy has been with the firm since 1993 and has extensive experience in mortgage default services and law firm administration for the states of Arizona, California and Oregon. Amy manages the firm’s day-to-day business operations.

Amy Connolly serves as the firm's California Operations Manager. Click the photo for full biography.

Kelly Sutherland, Esq. received his Juris Doctorate from Lewis and Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon. He was admitted to the Oregon State Bar in 1987 and the Washington State Bar in 1992, and quickly developed his real estate expertise as an associate with a real estate litigation firm. Kelly joined the firm in 1989 and has since concentrated his legal practice to lender representation and related issues. Kelly has served as Managing Attorney of the firm since 2004. In this role, he directs all aspects of the day-to-day legal and business affairs of the law firm for the Oregon and Washington law firm operations.

Kelly Sutherland serves as the firm's Washington and Oregon Managing Partner. Click the photo for full biography.

Inna Zagariya leads Janeway Law Firm, LLC’s Oregon and Washington operations. Ms. Zagariya demonstrates integrity, energy, hard work, and creative service in every detail of the firm’s day to day operation. Ms. Zagariya has substantial experience in mortgage default services and law firm administration; before becoming the Operations Manager, Ms. Zagariya developed her skills through numerous other positions within the firm where she quickly established herself as the go-to expert in many of the daily firm business operations

Inna Zagariya serves as the firm's Washington and Oregon Operations Manager. Click the photo for full biography.

Janeway Law Firm, as a firm or through individual memberships, is an active member of national, industry associations such as the American Legal & Financial Network, Mortgage Bankers Association, National Creditors Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association (CBA), National Association of Women REO Brokerages (NAWRB), Colorado Creditors Bar Association (CCBA), National Association of Professional Women (NAPW), Active in the Real Estate & Title Section of the CBA, Invited speaker on Foreclosure and Bankruptcy topics at seminars hosted by the US Bankruptcy Court, Attorney Title Guaranty Fund, and Continuing Legal Education. The firm is also an active member of local bar associations and related industry advocacy groups.

Connecting with our communities.

Janeway Law Firm has a longstanding tradition of supporting local charities and good works throughout the firm's footprint. From food, coat, and book drives to supporting local non-profits with donations of time, funds, and volunteerism, Janeway Law Firm is a proud supporter of its non-profit partners throughout Colorado, Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington. The firm also supports Parker Task Force Food Bank, Local Housing CHAFA Golf Tournament, and Carrington Foundation Golf Tournament. The firm also supports the Gerald & Olivia Shapiro Family Foundation.

When looking for local representation in Colorado, Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington, choose Janeway Law Firm. With physical offices in Englewood, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Costa Mesa, CA; Tigard, OR; and Vancouver, WA. Janeway Law Firm offers the local staffing and legal expertise throughout multiple states to handle your local legal needs. On-boarding 32 states with cohesive operations, complementary practices, and common technology has never been easier. In fact, if you're looking for uncommon results, it's a single click away.

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